Eleven-year-old Oakley Debbs was described as a loving, wonderful child by his mother.He died two years ago after eating a dessert on Thanksgiving Day that had almond extract in it. A severe allergic reaction took only 15 minutes to take hold.Now, his parents and twin sister bring awareness to deadly food allergies through the nonprofit Red Sneakers for Oakley in his memory.Watch the video to learn more about Oakley's life.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —

Eleven-year-old Oakley Debbs was described as a loving, wonderful child by his mother.

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He died two years ago after eating a dessert on Thanksgiving Day that had almond extract in it. A severe allergic reaction took only 15 minutes to take hold.

Now, his parents and twin sister bring awareness to deadly food allergies through the nonprofit Red Sneakers for Oakley in his memory.